A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Aqaba vs. Delphi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Aqaba or Delphi?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Delphi, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Aqaba or Delphi?

Aqaba

Aqaba is a port city in Jordan, in fact, it is the only port city in the country. This city is located on the Gulf of Aqaba on the Red Sea, which is in the southern part of Jordan. The city is still being developed; many of its facilities and infrastructures are being improved. The population of Aqaba is about 190,000 and the city has been key in developing Jordan's economy via trade and tourism.

Delphi

Proclaimed to be the center of the world by the ancient Greeks, Delphi and its ruins exist on the sloping mountainside of Mount Parnassus. With breathtaking views just over the cliffs, one cannot help but marvel at the sweeping valley dotted with olive trees all the way down to the sea. The beauty of it all truly brings one to a place where they understand why Delphi was marked as the center of the earth.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best G Adventures Tours to Greece, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Athens.


Which place is cheaper, Delphi or Aqaba?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Delphi is $145. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Aqaba and Delphi in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Aqaba $59
    Delphi $66
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Aqaba $118
    Delphi $132
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Delphi

Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Delphi? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.

Hotels in Aqaba


Hotels in Delphi


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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Aqaba Hotel Prices and Delphi Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Aqaba $24
    Delphi $9.63

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:

  • Sheikh Hussein Crossing Private Transfer to or from Aqaba: $250
  • Private Transfers To Petra: $200
  • Aqaba or Aqaba Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $185
  • Private Transfer Aqaba Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport: $153
  • Transfers , Meet & Assistance at Wadi Araba Crossing Border: $153
  • Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Wadi rum: $140
  • Private Transfer from Wadi Rum to Amman Airport: $133
  • Private Transfers from Wadi Rum Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $129
  • Aqaba Private Transfer from/to Amman, Airport, Dead Sea or K.H.B: $125
  • Private Transfer: Aqaba Airport to Ma'in Hotel: $120
  • Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Wadi rum: $120
  • Exclusive, Comfort & Reliable Door-to-Door Transfer Petra ⇆ Aqaba: $115

Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Delphi?

Prices for flights to both Delphi and Aqaba change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Aqaba $73
    Delphi $71

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aqaba

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aqaba.

  • Traditional Bedouin Cooking Experience in the Desert: $50
  • Overnight in Bedouin Camp. Dinner and breakfast included.: $56
  • Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner: $80
  • Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $80
  • Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $107
  • 2 Day Wadi Rum Tour: Traditional Dinner and Starlit Cave Camp: $115

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Delphi

For Delphi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Cooking with Lydia, a Greek mom! Farm to table ingredients!: $85

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Aqaba $54
    Delphi $13

Tours and Activities in Aqaba

Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 02 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $52
  • 03 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $61
  • 04 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $73
  • 05 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $68
  • 06 Hours Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum: $84
  • 1 Day & 1 Night | Stay & Jeep + Camel Tour in Wadi Rum | Magic Bedouin Star: $99
  • 1 Day Camel tour with lunch: $75
  • 2 Days & 1 Night | Jeep & Hike Tour in Wadi Rum Desert | Magic Bedouin Star: $258
  • 2 Days 1 Night in Wadi Rum Jeep Tour: $204
  • 2 Days Tour | Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea From Amman.: $190
  • 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
  • 2 Hour Wadi Rum Jeep Tour: $60

Tours and Activities in Delphi

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Delphi.

  • Delphi Self-Guided Tour with 3D Models & Audio (No Ticket): $7.96
  • Delphi Self-Guided Tour with 3D Models & Audio (No Ticket): $7.99
  • Delphi Archaeological Site Self-Guided Audio Tour No Ticket: $9.99
  • Delphi Self-guided Audio Tour on Your Phone (no ticket): $11
  • Archaeological Site & Museum Ticket with Audio Tours: $30
  • Archaeological Site & Museum Ticket with Audio: $32
  • Delphi Entry Ticket & Virtual Reality Audio Guided Tour: $35
  • Archaeological Site & Museum Ticket with Audio Tour: $40
  • Delphi Site & Museum with Multilingual 3D Audiovisual Tour: $41
  • Delphi Archaeological Site &Museum ticket with 3D Audiovisual: $44
  • Delphi Hiking Tour to the Corycian Cave of Parnassus: $80
  • Mystic Delphi Private Tour with Licensed Guide and Tickets: $194

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Aqaba $9.07
    Delphi $14


When comparing the travel costs between Aqaba and Delphi, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Aqaba is in Middle East and Delphi is in Europe, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Delphi Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Delphi?

Delphi has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Delphi, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.

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